The History of Personal Computing

eBay Episode 2 – A Variety Package

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David and (Cylon) Jeff made it back… again… on their revamped new format.

You may have discovered that this series a little more laid back than the original shows. It is certainly a fun way to discuss these vintage systems, mixing together personal memories and an occasional wistfulness over many unobtainable varieties of personal computing systems available back in the day.

The topic of this episode is a collection of rather obscure and rare personal computing systems. We apologize for the bandwidth issues on Jeff’s side which caused his audio to create a “cylon” vocal effect on occasion.

Also note, Jeff talks about an RS-232 and its data transfer limits. He was referring to the Model 100’s RS-232 port, not the RS-232 standard specifications.

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Links mention in this episode:

  • Here’s What We Thought About Windows 30 Years Ago
  • Q-Link History
  • Q-Link Reloaded – Try Q-Link for yourself… TODAY!!!

    • Auctions picked for this episode:

    • Jeff’s
      • Vintage Epson Q701A QX-10 Computer
      • Grundy Newbrain model AD with PSU and I/O interface
      • ORIC 1 VINTAGE COMPUTER
      • David’s
        • Vintage Tano Dragon 64 Computer NEW old stock (equivalent to Tandy CoCo 2)!
        • Aquarius Home Computer System / Game Console w. Cartridges & Mini-expander!
        • [ULTRA RARE] Cantab Jupiter Ace Computer w/ FORTH Manual + Power Adapter

          • Additional auctions

          • Jeff
            • Radio Shack TRS-80 Model 100 Portable Computer
            • Tandy Vintage PC-6 Pocket Scientific Computer 26-3672 In Box with Manual Unused
            • David
              • ...more
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                The History of Personal ComputingBy David Greelish and Jeff Salzman